Jim Yes something's that I can tell you My grandfather Henry Lewis Mcglothlin joined 37th Va inf in 1861 that winter he deserted I don't blame him it was cold sleeping on ground and no fighting going on nothing to eat things were not to well organized. He then joined 10th ky cav under different name Louis Mcglothen, I learned all of this by reading his pension records. So look for Lacy joining under middle name changing spelling of last name a little, some thing. If you could get his pension record you would have all answers. His pension would come from KY state he lived in, check on this , If you want I will surf see I can find were you order it from. Charlie > Thank you, Charlie. I'm sorry I didn't say that I knew of Lacy Midgett > being with the 8th MO Cav. In a book called Campaigning with Marmaduke it's > said that he deserted in Aug of '63 with a lot of other men when they were > dismounted and reassigned with the infantry. (Must've been a degrading > prospect to go from riding in style to marching.) Lacy was living in KY > before the war, I don't know why he would have joined the MO cav in Sep of > '62, but apparently he went home for another horse and joined the KY cav. > Maybe under another name? It's a mystery. > > Jim > > > --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.600 / Virus Database: 423 - Release Date: 4/16/2004

Jim I looked all thru Ky rosters for 3th Ky Mounted Inf I could not find him I ran a scan and found only one person in all of C.S.A Lacy M.Midgett one was Lacy N. Midgett it said see Lacy M. Midgett I am sure this is your man He was 1st Sergeant in 8 th Missouri Cavalry C.S.A run search on www.google.com for this outfit has a ton of good reading. Hope this helps Charlie Jones G-grandson of Henry Lewis Mcglothlin and 10 other family members of 10 th Ky Cav Yankee Chasers ----- > I'm new to the list, looking for information on the 3rd KY Mounted Inf > (CSA), which I believe was raised in western KY. I believe my ancestor Lacy > M Midgett joined sometime after July of 1863. Any help with regimental > history and rosters would be greatly appreciated. > > > --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.600 / Virus Database: 423 - Release Date: 4/15/2004

Thank you, Charlie. I'm sorry I didn't say that I knew of Lacy Midgett being with the 8th MO Cav. In a book called Campaigning with Marmaduke it's said that he deserted in Aug of '63 with a lot of other men when they were dismounted and reassigned with the infantry. (Must've been a degrading prospect to go from riding in style to marching.) Lacy was living in KY before the war, I don't know why he would have joined the MO cav in Sep of '62, but apparently he went home for another horse and joined the KY cav. Maybe under another name? It's a mystery. Jim >Jim I looked all thru Ky rosters for 3th Ky Mounted Inf I could not find >him I ran a scan and found only one person in all of C.S.A Lacy M.Midgett >one was Lacy N. Midgett it said see Lacy M. Midgett I am sure this is your >man He was 1st Sergeant in 8 th Missouri Cavalry C.S.A run search on >www.google.com for this outfit >has a ton of good reading. Hope this helps Charlie Jones >G-grandson of Henry Lewis Mcglothlin and 10 other family members of 10 th Ky >Cav Yankee Chasers >----- > > > I'm new to the list, looking for information on the 3rd KY Mounted Inf > > (CSA), which I believe was raised in western KY. I believe my ancestor >Lacy > > M Midgett joined sometime after July of 1863. Any help with regimental > > history and rosters would be greatly appreciated. > >

I'm new to the list, looking for information on the 3rd KY Mounted Inf (CSA), which I believe was raised in western KY. I believe my ancestor Lacy M Midgett joined sometime after July of 1863. Any help with regimental history and rosters would be greatly appreciated. Jim

In a message dated 8/23/2004 8:01:21 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Are there any other programs out there that are as good or better than FTM? And is the new Ver worth the purchase price? Brent, I have tried two other family tree programs, and have found that Family Tree Maker is the very best. I still have version 9. I need to upgrade badly but I truly love FTM. I would say that the new version would be well worth the money. Mary Siler

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I have run across the new FTM called Family Tree Maker 2005 (details are at www.ftm2005.com) Does anyone have this version yet? It looks like they have done a lot of work redesigning this. Its fairly cheap, $30 for a full ver and $20 for the upgrade from 11. I have ver 9 so i would have to buy the full version. A re there any other programs out there that are as good or better than FTM? And is the new Ver worth the purchase price? Thanks Brent ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ http://www.uswars.net/1775-1783/ List of most units and battles of the Revolutionaty War http://www.genealogyinc.com/maps/uscf.htm Links to county formation maps http://www.mycensusmaps.com Links to county Census maps http://www.segenealogy.com General info to the Southeastern States

This material was retrieved from the Vicksburg Post. http://www.vicksburgpost.com The mural isn't visible but, you must take a look at the entire article. Only a portion is posted here for you. 6/4/04]The great-granddaughter and great-great-grandson of Jefferson Davis were among about 120 people Thursday who attended the unveiling of the 10th historic Vicksburg mural. The latest work by Louisiana artist Robert Dafford depicts Davis on the day in February 1861 when he learned that he had been elected president of the Confederate State of America. The painting shows Davis standing outside Brierfield, his home in south Warren County, between his wife and the courier who delivered the news. To Davis’ right, a storm approaches from the same direction as the messenger. === === === Not everyone there Thursday was pleased with the mural unveiling. Outspoken city resident John Shorter said he was disappointed that a quote suggested for the mural was cut short. He had complained that the mural depicted Davis in too positive a manner. The quote by Davis after the Civil War he had asked be added is, “The past is dead. Let it bury its dead, its hopes and its aspirations. Before you lies the future. A future of golden promises. A future of expanding national glory before which all the world will stand amazed.” The last two sentences of the quote were included on a plaque placed at the foot of the mural. “It changes the whole meaning,” Shorter said. He also said that the quote should have been placed on the mural instead of on the plaque. Mural committee chairman Nellie Caldwell said that would not have been possible. The only other murals with writing on them are one on the river side of the wall welcoming people to Vicksburg and a second mural showing the early development of the city. Cotton spoke at the dedication, reading from the obituary written about Davis by John G. Cashman the day after Davis died in New Orleans in 1889. He also thanked private donors who provided the $15,000 for the mural plus other costs. The Cashman obituary said, in part, that no telling of the story of America would be complete without including the role of Jefferson Davis. THANKS FOR TAKING A LOOK! glenn

Hi List, I am new to this list and am in need of help. I am trying to help a friend, David, find out about his great great grandfather, Francis Marion Gill, born Jan 28, 1834 in Pendleton Co., Ky., died Aug 18, 1903 in Mason Co., WV. David has been told that Francis fought for the South, for Ky., but has no proof. Any help would be much appreciated. Linda Stineff Ragley, Louisiana [email protected]

SOUTHERNERS DEFEND FORT HENRY, KENTUCKY JANUARY SEVENTEENTH 1862 By January of 1862, the War for Southern Independence had proved to be a long hard struggle for the Confederacy. Bordering states were always being threatened by the invading armies of the north and the fears of common civilians continued everywhere. On the 17th of January in 1862, the state of Kentucky, which was bordering along the Tennessee River was the focal point of union troops which were wanting to take control of this portion of the state. Confederate forces were still in command of Fort Henry on the Tennessee River and were not about to give up their control. Union General Charles Smith was ordered to attack Fort Henry and to assume control of as much of this area around it as possible. Southerners capitulate the position and thus begins the ultimate downfall of their sovereignty in Kentucky. IF anyone had an ancestor which fought at Fort Henry, you're en- couraged to share some thoughts on this event and to share their participation in the take over of Fort Henry. Send your comments to our list: [email protected] THANKS FOR PARTICIPATING! glenn

THIS MESSAGE IS BEING RELAYED TO OUR VIRGINIA VETERANS LIST PLEASE! PLEASE! SEND A REPLY DIRECTLY TO:<[email protected]> From: [email protected] To: [email protected] Subject: [CW-POW] JASPER N. JOHNSON.....TOTALLY CONFUSED!! Hello, fellow listers! I am a newbie to this list and I'm in need of some major help! I'm pretty uneducated with the subject of Civil War regiments and companies so I am hoping someone will have the patience to educate me! Here's my problem. I'm trying to locate some information on JASPER N. JOHNSON. I found this information on the web about him: Name: Jasper N Johnson Enlistment Date: 10 March 1862 Distinguished Service: DISTINGUISHED SERVICE State Served: Virginia Unit Numbers: 775 Service Record: Enlisted as a Private on 10 March 1862 Enlisted in Company G, 23rd Infantry Regiment Virginia on 10 March 1862. Deserted on 15 May 1862 POW on 26 June 1862 at Front Royal, VA Confined on 29 June 1862 at Old Capitol Prison, Washington, DC Transferred on 01 August 1862 at Fort Monroe, VA (Arrived for exchange) Deserted on 15 August 1862 at Orange Court House, VA Returned on 15 February 1864 POW on 12 May 1864 at Spotsylvania Court House, VA Confined on 16 May 1864 at Belle Plain, VA Transferred on 20 May 1864 at Fort Delaware, DE Exchanged on 31 October 1864 Paroled on 22 May 1865 at Louisa County, VA I found this information on Ancestry.com. This record has "Company G, 23rd Infantry Reg. Virginia" as a hyperlink but when I click on it, it takes me to a Kentucky regiment. I'm totally confused with this! I'm trying to find more information on this Jasper and can't seem to get anywhere. I've tried searching "Company G 23rd Infantry Reg. Virginia" but haven't had any luck. What am I doing wrong? Also, I'm confused as to how someone who was listed as a deserter TWICE, could be given the status of Disginguished Service. Can someone explain this to me and does anyone have any information on this JASPER N. JOHNSON? Thanks in advace for any help! Claudia Pell-Salvatore

CONFEDERATES RESPOND TO KENTUCKY DISRUPTION NOVEMBER EIGHTH 1861 During the early months of the War for Southern Independence, it was quite common for local civilians to attempt to drive out any force which happened to be associated with either side. Such was the case in eastern Kentucky, where pro-unionists wanted to push out all southern influences. On the 8th of November in 1861 southern forces are in control of eastern Kentucky and are hopin to maintain their grip as long as possible. General Zollicoffer is obliged to make a request for a force of southern reinforcements. He wanted to contain their pro union sentiments and instill solid support for the Confederacy. The November 8th rebellion was minor in scope, but it did create concerns for southern commanders. The yank disruption is swiftly halted and served to alert the southerners of ardent mountaineer interests. Can anyone tell our list what areas were affected in this union rebellion? Share with our list: [email protected] THANKS for your participation! glenn

The citizens of Owsley County Kentucky who had more men serve in Kentucky during the civil war than any other county per capita for its size were mostly pro union, According to local newspaper accounts, Rebels had invaded the area and were reeking havoc on their property and their persons. Captain, Elisha Bowman Treadway, of Company A of the 7th Kentucky Infantry wrote over 100 letters home to his wife and other family members as to what was occuring on his end of the war, in the meantime, James W. Sebestian who was medically discharged and went back to Booneville, wrote to Treadway as to the state of affairs in Booneville, causing Treadway to resign his commisssion with the 7th come home and petition the governor to raise the "Three Forks Battallion" which he commanded. The following is a rare look at to what James W. Sebestian and the good citizens of Booneville were enduring and is the property of the Owsley County Historical Society. Owsley County, Kentucky July 14 th, 1864 E. B. Treadway-- Major My dear friend I recieved your very interesting letter written from Morganzia-- June 9 and omited answering last mail, awaiting for something thriling to turn up to write to you about, but as nothing worse than murder or horse-stealing has taken place lately -- and not wishing to delay an answer longer I am compelled to write, with but little "Subject Matter" to write about/on. The recent ____, of John Morgan has become an old Story, and as you have doubtless ere this heard all about it I will pass it by without further mention. The next, and to milk and water Union Men, most allarming occurance, was the suden appearence of Col. Clark with a Company of men for the purpose, as all thought of wreaking vengance on somebody for the murder of his father. And Keywood was killed. I don't know for what without it was for being a Rebbel. You know we'v had it in the bargain to kill Rebbels ever since men assumed that infamous name, but it seem! s we have been over tender with all who, wage war against us in the character of citizens at the same time the Rebbel line of march all over this and from the best information. Other States are well dotted with the graves of citizens whom they have murdered for little or no (some sections blank on the photo copy) can come up at least they ____Owsley Wolf and _____an counties. I always was and am now opposed to _____even in times of war, but as I told a rather dutiful ____Lady the other day, whose beaux was hotly persecuted ______cold blood murders I would _____ fine sympathizers for every _____ forcibly away from his home _____ like it of course and ______ possible for a would be Aristocrat, nevertheless I soothed her by saying thats the way we are going to keep the balance of power and bring this war to a glorious termination by Universal emancipation. Besides puting old Mose out of the way, Clark did one thing worthy of note, which I believe gave general satisfactio! n to all loyal and brave men by securing and carving? away the noturious old thief harberer, Zack Wells. Zack didn't want to leave home much and insisted that he was an inoffensive man, medling with no body, and always stay at home. Clark in his dry way with a derisive smile repeats, "Neve go any place?" "Only for the good of souls", says Zack. But Zack's plea notwithstanding many souls may suffer, was not enough to prevail on the enraged Col. I understand that Well's Sons have declared they would kill any body in the world if their "Pap" was not restored Safe and sound in short order, but where Zack is I know not and as to the killing there has been no more of that done than usual. We are now quiet as if there were no war, being rid of all the troops of both sides, but I doubt not if some of us, would feel much safer, with a few blue Jackets about since they have become so necessary to the protection of life, liberty and property. As to the cases of Green & Tom mentioned in your letter I have nothing to say, only I wish they were not guilty of the charges. I am sorry for the boys _____, not so much for themselves as the _____ they _____ dishonored, and the Uniform they have so wilfully _____ But enough, let Justice have its course and no b(ody?) be wronged. 33 As to the army movements you doub_____I can tell you-especially_____ will soon have recovered _____ for work again at the ex_____ and distry-before _____ of the Gulf. You have but a few months to serve and in that time I would be much delighted to hear of the old 7th ading a new wreath of glory to her well _____ When you are mustered out if I can (illegible) the exact time. I will try and meet you all at Louisville . The most absorbing question now in the civil world is who shall be Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy of the United States for the next four years. Old Abe looks with an anxiety, to the Presidential chair equaled only by the hipe of his friend - not so few even in this country, as to laughed at. The long hared Radicals are quite solicitous of the part of the celebrated, "path finders" but I don't think he can command a large vote in this part of Uncle Sams Vinyard, but rather give impetus to the Administration Party. Next comes the factious, rioting, ! copperhead antirepublican modern degenerated Democrats, and who will be the exponent lies in the Majesty of the Chicago convention to determine. Which is probably known all over the fast part of the world, ere this, or else they have had a big drunken row and all gone home, with sore heads and bloody noses, without making any nomination. I can't think that McClellan, will sand (stand?) any better chance there, than Grant did with the long haired crowd at Cleveland, Ohio. He may be recomended, but that is all. He is too much of a war man to suit peace fanatics. I understand Kentucky will have _____ of delegates. One of th? Wichlief and the other _____. The _____ and late party I learn is _____ by late army officers with doca_____ office headed with a dead_____ instead of the National _____ they feel outraged and _____ head of affairs, who will _____ pay less attention to their _____. Of course they will go for a man who has been removed from command as a humbug, and ! a failure. I learn they are enthusiastically and unanimously for McClellan. But if I were to venture a conjecture at this late period as to who is on ballot _____ of Chicago Convention, it would be about this. For President Horatio Seymon of NY, for Vice President Clement S. Valandigham of Ohio. I would be pleased in time of peace to see McClellan, President of the U. S. as he has doubtless been some little wronged, not by the president, but by the people, who demanded his removal. But old Abe was lawfully and constitutionaly elected president of all the States in 1860 and I want to see him command obedience in every one of them. Nothing would flag the spirits of the Rebbels more than Lincoln's re-election. They expect recognition so soon as the Democratic party get into power But I am of the opinion, the way things sand (stand?) now, that Lincoln has as many chances to be elected a second time as Grant has to take Richmond -- which is only a question of time. I thin! k from what information I can get Lincoln will carry big majorities in the nonslave holding sections and doubtless would all over the State, were it not for chronic prejudice, and that eternal bone of contention, slavery, which is almost a by gone thing. I hope this war may never close til the last vestage of human Slavery is destroyed forever. As it has always since my recollection and yours been the subject of broils and anomosities say nothing of the wrecked _____ by it in a private way. _____more I _____ closer I examine it the more _____ In fact I can see no _____manent distruction, Beyond _____fire which is the second _____ time, I can plainly see _____ will be in full possession _____ the fruits of his lab(labors?). Perhaps this antislavery doctrin don't suit you. Well when prejudice gives way and you come to look things square in the face, I'l vouch for it finding favor in any sterling 34 Union man's eyes. If the Rebbels got Jealous of our God and in fear he would diny them the right to Dominence over an inferior Race and brutalize, outrage and rob them, bent a whoring after Strong Gods, cring out for protection to that Constitution, which to them seems to be essential to the existance of the White Race, let their Gods protect the. We worship God almighty, the God of truth and Justice, whose decision we all must obey, and if he i the despensation of things gives freedom to the slave lets all say Amen. What do you say Tread. As to the manner in which Louis Napoleon has played his trumps and crowned and Autrun(?) Prince on the ruins, who commensed, and he completed in Mexico I have but little to say. However I am fully satisfied that a limited monarchy is the best thing Mexico could possibly have under the circumstances. At the same time I am opposed to all Monarches especially if hereditary. But if Maremilian can, under the auspices of France, give Mexico a stable Government, I am not in favor of quarreling with France about it, especially in our unhappy condition. If we succeed in our present undertaking we will hardly recover soon. And under the present circumstances I think _____ and impolite to talk about going to war with France. As to what I am doing --- Well, I am not mayed in blue broadcloth - two bars - long boots - briliant sash - and glittering sword, - and what would be still more delightful than all all - marching Company A to battle, and to Victory. But I am doing just what I abandoned three years ago on account of the war -- _____ light _____ in the army I managed to save _____ money to pay the balance of the expense of my second leg which, was more costly than the first, and not all together so efficient. And purchase a few other indispensables placing me _____ about as I was at the commencing of the war -- penniless. As I have made nothing since I returned, it has been quite a down hill business. But if not Proudenly? _____ I Shal commense a Shool in this neighborhood about the first of August. I am beginning to feel as though, among the distribution of so many paying little offices I might be offered one that would pay enough to buy my victuels and clothes any way. Tha! r must be something wrong about the distribution of these Govmt. favors. I wonder if they sell them. But I aint discouraged. No not a bit. I never heard of virtue and honesty going unrewarded. I hope to be recompensed some day for all my labors. As the Shade of night is about to close in I must beg leave to bring this communication to a close and hope that you will write to me soon and tell me all about the old 7. This leaves me only tolerable well. I have been been sediclously engaged in my studies for the last ten months which has taxed heavily on my physical appearance. So I cant say I am very well like a rustic plow boy would say to his sweatheart after only a weaks absence. Very Respectfully James W. Sebastian Sherry Baker Frazier Nashville, Tennessee President Owsley County Historical Society http://owsleykyhist.org http://sherryfrazier.com

"On April 7, 1863, May's Co. of the 10th KY Cavalry [CS] entered Booneville and reportedly put all public buildings to the torch before proceeding to the home of Abijah Gilbert, a prominent local Unionist. In a letter dated April 13, 1863, which was afterwards published in a Unionist newspaper [no name given], Gilbert lamented that May "took every horse and mule I had, numbering thirteen..." He then related, "They got after my two oldest sons, up the branch from my house, and shot most of their ammunition at them: (William P.) Lacy then charged upon my oldest son, with his musket in hand, cursing him - swore he would hang him. My son drew his pistol, shot Lacy through the arm, and into his canteen. Lacy threw up his hand, hallowed out, don't. My son fired again, took Lacy under the ear, dropped him off his horse dead. The boys then broke - the musket balls cutting all round them - ran down a steep cliff...and made their escape...." ...Gilbert continured, "The rebels then set fire to my houses; burned everything I had, leaving my wife and children with nothing but the clothes they had on. My wife got on her knees to them and offered them one thousand dollars in cash, not to burn our houses. They kept her off with their muskets; some few things, however, which she did get out were taken from her by the rebels...The balance all went to the flames." [John B. Wells, III, 10th KY Cavalry, CSA, pp.19/20] Sherry Baker Frazier Nashville, Tennessee President Owsley County Historical Society http://owsleykyhist.org http://sherryfrazier.com

From the Records of the War of the Rebellion LEXINGTON, KY., April 17, 1864. Citizens of Booneville, 40 strong, whipped, on the 14th instant, Fred Gray's guerrillas, numbering 75. Citizens report no enemy in Perry or Breathitt Counties. Whitesburg, in Letcher County, evacuated by rebel forces lately there. Jack May, their colonel, recalled theta to re-enforce rebel Colonel Edmonds [Edmundson], near Piketon. Colonel True's command will possibly meet them. He should be at Salyersville today. I apprehend but little danger. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. Sherry Baker Frazier Nashville, Tennessee President Owsley County Historical Society http://owsleykyhist.org http://sherryfrazier.com ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Saturday, November 08, 2003 12:02 PM Subject: [KYWBTSVETS] EASTERN KENTUCKY REBELLION > CONFEDERATES RESPOND TO KENTUCKY DISRUPTION NOVEMBER EIGHTH 1861 > > During the early months of the War for Southern Independence, it > was quite common for local civilians to attempt to drive out any > force which happened to be associated with either side. Such was > the case in eastern Kentucky, where pro-unionists wanted to push > out all southern influences. > > On the 8th of November in 1861 southern forces are in control of > eastern Kentucky and are hopin to maintain their grip as long as > possible. General Zollicoffer is obliged to make a request for a > force of southern reinforcements. He wanted to contain their pro > union sentiments and instill solid support for the Confederacy. > > The November 8th rebellion was minor in scope, but it did create > concerns for southern commanders. The yank disruption is swiftly > halted and served to alert the southerners of ardent mountaineer > interests. > > Can anyone tell our list what areas were affected in this union > rebellion? Share with our list: [email protected] > > THANKS for your participation! glenn > > > > ==== KYWBTSVETS Mailing List ==== > ADDRESS all "KYWBTSVETS" Messages > to: [email protected] > >

SOUTHERNERS ATTACK MORGANTOWN KENTUCKY OCTOBER THIRTY-FIRST 1861 As the month of October, 1861 comes to an end in Kentucky, there has been no major realignment on the part of the Confederates or of the federals. Both armies are awaiting the return of spring. Fighting of a minor nature does break out in Morgantown Kentucky when southerners make a move against a federal position. Confed- erate troops attack a federal encampment with might and decisive determination to push them out of the state. The yankees are un- able to withstand the move and are forced to withdraw from their posts. During their engagements these southerners do encounter moderate losses. They enjoy their accomplishment in harassing the federal forces who've managed to invade their home state.

Looking for more information on STROCKSDILL, William . served in the 30 Mounted Infty .Co."K". He was a private. He received a pension, so while I know his height, color of hair and eyes, and that he only lived in KY and IN I was hoping that he might mention his parents's name somehow. He was born 04 April,1841 in Russell Co. Ky, and died 15 July, 1915 in Jefferson Co. KY. He married Nancy McLin on 22 Dec. 1866 in Somerset Ky. and they had 10 children. If anyone has seen any thing about a STROCKSDILL in late1830's or 40 I'd appreciate it. The real odd thing is that even though he had 2 brothers and 3 sisters, I've not found ANY thing on any of his siblings. The only STROXTILE in the 1880 census was an E.A. By 1870 they used the name STROXTILE, but in 1880 , July he began using the surname of STROCKSDILL , because he was applying for his war pension. Any help would be greatly appreciate. A STROX 2

SOUTHERNERS SKIRMISH IN HODGENVILLE ON OCTOBER TWENTY-THIRD 1861 The knowledge that Confederate forces are in control of portions of Kentucky, was a matter of utmost concern for federal military leaders. They knew that the border state was pivotal in the war. On the 23rd of October in 1861 skirmishing broke out in Kentucky near the city of Hodgenville, and near West Liberty. Southerners wanted to keep the conflict far from their homes, but understood it would some day pass and leave them alone. One common thread of the southern presence in Kentucky is how it made control by the federals, one to be fought over. Federals in Kentucky, knew that this line of Confederate troops was a matter of grave concern to union control. IF anhone on our list had an ancestor who might have fought with either army at these events, please share a thot with our list. Send any replies directly to our list: [email protected] THANKS for your participation! glenn

My great grandmothers (Margaret Mitchell Randle) brother, Robert Henry Mitchell, died 9Nov1862 from wounds received in the battle. He was about 21 years old, served in Co. G 9th Tn. Inf. CSA Dora Ball

SOUTHERNERS ENGAGE THE YANKEES AT PERRYVILLE OCTOBER EIGHTH 1862 On the Eighth of October in 1862 the Battle of Perryville occurs in Kentucky, and it brings death to over 1200 soldiers. This was part of the federal push into Kentucky. Although Kentucky was on the list of border states, it would begin enduring fierce combat in its valleys and meadows. The casualty lists from the Battle of Perryville leaves 851 fed- eral troops killed, 515 are listed as missing, and 2851 wounded. The Confederates lose 510 soldiers to death, 2635 are wounded in action, while only 251 are missing in the event. These southern- ers had only 16000 troops engaged to a far superior union force. General Braxton Bragg was commanding these southerners while the union force was under General Don Carlos Buell. Following battle field action, General Bragg decides it's time to move his forces southward. They will continue to engage these northern invaders. Did anyone on our list lose an ancestor in this battle? PLEASE SEND YOUR REPLIES TO our list: [email protected] THANKS FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION IN OUR KENTUCKY VETERANS LIST. glenn